“THIS NEW GREEN HOUSE”

22 Responses to ““THIS NEW GREEN HOUSE””

1. ikambor says:

   October 20, 2011 at 1:00 pm

   in 80 years there will be no more OIL really?? get a clue,,
2. TheSuperduck23 says:

   October 20, 2011 at 1:57 pm

   Are straw bale homes weather resistant, as in extreme heat, extreme snow, lots of rain?
3. kazbluesky says:

   October 20, 2011 at 2:56 pm

   If you are building out in the pristine countryside I agree this is great, really like the idea. But if you are not deep in the countryside why not be REALLY eco friendly, by a USED house! Add insulation and solar light and water where possible (and over time) – result is non vanity, trully environmentally friendly living.

   Just my tuppence.
4. tazdireito says:

   October 20, 2011 at 3:04 pm

   é tao verde que rancou um monte de arvore pra fazer,
5. jonnham says:

   October 20, 2011 at 3:20 pm

   hippies!
6. EcoSamUK says:

   October 20, 2011 at 3:31 pm

   I disagree when you say local materials are irrelevant. Which is better – using locally made bricks or importing bricks form half way round the world? Why would you embed the additional carbon into the building’s footprint when you could avoid it and get the same property for less negative impact on the environment?

   I think you fail to take all factors into consideration in your other statements. E.g. not everyone commutes long distances or they may use public transport. It’s situational.
7. pulsedrop says:

   October 20, 2011 at 4:24 pm

   Using “local materials” is irrelevant. The house only needs to be built once, and should last for decades. The energy it takes to ship materials overseas is nothing compared to the energy it takes to build and heat the house. Even worse, this house is in the country, so anyone living there would have to drive long distances to get anywhere. Green FAIL.
8. ccabrita04 says:

   October 20, 2011 at 4:31 pm

   I see that the wood framing was build right on top of the dirt with no cement base? That will leave those homeowners prone to termite damage in the future… =(
   Besides that, I really like the idea of straw built homes. This home is a good example of a TRULY eco-friendly home.

   It’s a shame more people don’t catch on to this movement. Even if people don’t care about our environment, it just makes sense financially….
9. Moonessence1 says:

   October 20, 2011 at 4:38 pm

   $1.59 for unleaded, goddamn those where the days!
10. chris42999 says:

    October 20, 2011 at 4:38 pm

    Great house!!!! Bad Bad hair!!!!!
11. macfint says:

    October 20, 2011 at 5:24 pm

    i want to investigate doing green remodeling on a home but having trouble finding a green contractor on Long Island NY. it seems like an obvious investment to me.
12. sturgismom13 says:

    October 20, 2011 at 5:48 pm

    Just think this could be hemp bales after the oil for Hempfuel is extracted.
13. AMRDRUMS says:

    October 20, 2011 at 6:40 pm

    Cob building courses in France, Spring 2011: sites.google.com/site/amrustic/home
14. 2patero says:

    October 20, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    Good to see white- folk recognizing that they are inseparable from mother earth!

    Lets hope that their Oil Company Giants will recognize this truth as well!
15. ElGatoLoco698 says:

    October 20, 2011 at 7:54 pm

    Is it a requirement to build straw bale homes to have a funny pony tail?
16. lissa783lissa783 says:

    October 20, 2011 at 8:48 pm

    @teslanumbertwo I challlange you to do two things. Take a straw bale…cover it in clay mix plaster, let it dry, then set it on fire! This test has been done a multitude of times and passes every time! It takes a lot to set on on fire to the point of total or even high destruction. Seriously, take a blow torch to it! I think you will be surprised at how well it stands up to the heat test.
17. waellerbe says:

    October 20, 2011 at 9:03 pm

    This video has my blessing. Fully sustainable housing is RIGHT up my alley.
18. FirstResponseCPR says:

    October 20, 2011 at 9:29 pm

    Fab job guys! I live in a straw bale house that I built in Ontario Canada. I feel like I ‘live in the cradle of my soul’! If people did their research before they do their comments they would know that a straw bale house is twice as structurally integral as a stick frame, and 4 times more fire retardant, due to the lime cement plaster that entombs the bales. I am still waiting for the wolf to come and ‘have a go’……. bring it on!!………………..
19. lime7098 says:

    October 20, 2011 at 10:01 pm

    Very good
20. MrMistery101 says:

    October 20, 2011 at 10:21 pm

    only green house i want is made of hemp
21. YourLoveLetter says:

    October 20, 2011 at 11:05 pm

    this reminded me of the three little pigs too lol. I wouldnt want any straw in my house, id prefer safer smarter insulation that actually puts out fire.
22. HorizSvcs says:

    October 20, 2011 at 11:59 pm

    These innovative houses are indeed inspiring. This community in Colorado is showing the world new ways to live green.